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    The concept of duality is seen in various novels and works of art. Humans are considered to have different sides and personalities. Many people do not realize there multiple thoughts can not only have an effect on them but others as well. In Victorian times‚ the concept of duality was explored in the novel ‘Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’ by Robert Stevenson. In present-day United States this idea is seen in the film “Black Swan” directed by Darren Aronofsky. A major theme in Stevenson’s piece‚ ‘Dr

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    Modern Dance

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    Summary Paper #1 Chapter 10 pgs. 169-182‚ Ballet 1. Who was Serge Diaghilev and the Ballet Russe? What were the innovations in ballet under Diaghilev? The Ballet Russe was an American Ballet within the first period of the 20th century that was called “Russo-American era”. Dance scholar and author Lincoln Kirstein coined the term because touring Russian dance artist made a huge impact on American audience and dances. The Russian influence was because of Anna Pavlova‚ Mikhail Mordkin‚ and

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    She was controlled by the kids who bullied her and the societal expectations of being a pretty teenage ballerina. “She wouldn’t be feeling any of this pressure to be perfect‚ like I am. She’d be relaxed‚ loose‚ even smiling.” (pg. 15) Violet is constantly comparing herself to Orianna- she doesn’t think she is as pretty or as good of a dancer as Ori was- she

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    Dance Concert Critique When I thought of dance for the first time‚ I believed it was just simplistic movement and structured choreography. However‚ dance can be interpreted as a story versus just following a beat through its unique body language‚ musical composition‚ and set of props. The Fall Dance Theatre demonstrates these traits extensively within its performances specifically the pieces “In Sleep‚ We Dream” and “I’m Still with You”. The performance “In Sleep‚ We Dream” has two different

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    For One More Day

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    tail end of chick’s failed career. She had long straight hair and full lips‚ just like her mother. She took on sports writing job at college. Roberta: Chick’s young sister. As a kid‚ always very sweet girl that had a penchant for wearing ballerina shoes everywhere she goes. When she became fifteen‚ she suggests that her mother remarry. 5. Summary: This story is about “Charley Benetto”‚ unhappy‚ facing the pain of his unfulfilled dreams‚ lost his family and job due to his depression

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    Barbie: A Bad Role Model The Barbie has been the effigy perfection since 1956 when she was first introduced to the public. The Slumber Party edition Barbie that would be a life sized 6’ ‚ released in 1965‚ came with a scale permanently marked at 110 lbs and a dieting book that said “don’t eat”. Not exactly the role model any parent would like their kids to have[pathos]. Barbie is not a good influence on young children because she shows an unrealistic body image‚ is portrayed as an airhead‚

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    in New York City. He worked for several companies in the United States and Europe and created new ballets‚ but none of them were as successful as his earlier work. Fokine was known to have clear and complete ideas. Tamara Karsavina‚ a Russian ballerina during Fokine’s time‚ called Fokine “extremely irritable and had no control of his temper.” This may be true‚ but she also said dancers became devoted to him (“Michel Fokine”). Michel Fokine was a strong dancer‚ but will be remembered mostly for

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    With Greg (Santino Fontana) gone‚ Crazy Ex-Girlfriend has set it’s sights on the women‚ focusing on the budding relationship between Rebecca (Rachel Bloom) and Valencia (Gabrielle Ruiz). The latest episode‚ Why Is Josh’s Ex-Girlfriend Eating Carbs‚ focuses on Rebecca forcing Valencia into friendship and it could not be more entertaining. Why Is Josh’s Ex-Girlfriend Eating Carbs sees Paula (Donna Lynne Champlin) finally beginning law school‚ and making a new friend Sunil (Parvesh Cheena). While

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    The dull‚ murky water of Lake Windermere was surrounded by the happiness and laughter of the anticipating audience. Children spontaneously danced round the hypnotising bonfire‚ only to be outshone by the dazzling fireworks as they spiralled into the pitch black sky. Fragrant delicious smells filtered through the air as food was prepared. Bright lights and heckles from the games stalls lured the children in like a lion to its prey. Bonfire Night at Lake Windermere is a night to be remembered! Fireworks

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    characters in each scene‚ the movement of the light helped lead the viewers eye throughout the ballet. This ballet is one that is iconic in our culture‚ as I said in the beginning it helps bring the holiday spirit to families around the states. The ballerinas and male ballet dancers make this piece even more complete with their amazing performances they each put forth. I know if I ever had the opportunity to see this piece in person I would take it‚ and many others would say the

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